The Birth of the Nation, Jamestown, 1607

CHAPTER III

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Death of Queen Elizabeth. James I., Appearance and Character. 16-33 Corrupt Court. Poverty of Common People. Highway Robbers. London Company undertakes Virginia Colony. The Necessities of a Countess. Extravagance. Political, Religious, and Literary Aspects of the Time. Royal Charter obtained for New Colony